OutKast, the return?

Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times

Will 2012 bring OutKast's first album since 2006's "Idlewild"? Members Andre 3000 and Big Boi have been plenty busy in the meantime, but until there's an official release date, color us hopeful skeptics.

Will 2012 bring OutKast's first album since 2006's "Idlewild"? Members Andre 3000 and Big Boi have been plenty busy in the meantime, but until there's an official release date, color us hopeful skeptics. (Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times)

Will 2012 bring OutKast's first album since 2006's "Idlewild"? Members Andre 3000 and Big Boi have been plenty busy in the meantime, but until there's an official release date, color us hopeful skeptics.